Are you passionate about creating safe, nurturing, and inspiring environments for children to learn and grow? At the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario, we’re looking for enthusiastic Early Learning Assistants who bring heart, creativity, and professionalism to their work every day. As an Early Learning Assistant, you’ll be a key part of a dynamic team that supports children’s development through play-based learning, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to health and safety. These Full-time Contract positions within the Association are at various locations throughout the City of North Bay

START DATE: As Soon As Possible

LOCATION: North Bay, ON

RATE OF PAY: $21.96/ Hourly

*This position includes the Ministry of Education Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) of up to an additional $2.00/hour for qualifying roles within a licensed child care program at the YMCA

HOURS: 40 Hours / Weekly

What You’ll Bring to the Role

Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent

Minimum of two (2) years working with children and/or youth

Current Standard First Aid with Infant and Child CPR (Level C) *Recognized by the WSIB

Knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014

Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Certification in YMCA Playing to Learn and Healthy Child Development is an asset

Health Assessment from Medical Professional and Immunizations Record

Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (dated within the last 6 months)

What You’ll Be Doing
Child Supervision & Programming

Provide attentive, compassionate supervision to ensure each child’s health, safety, and well-being

Keep accurate attendance records and conduct regular head counts - always know your numbers!

Plan and deliver engaging educational programming using YMCA curricula:

YMCA Playing to Learn™,



A Place to Connect™, Zen-er-gy™, and Healthy Childhood Development

Track children’s development through documentation and open communication with families and community partners

Follow YMCA policies and the Child Care & Early Years Act (CCEYA), along with guidelines from Public Health, Fire Department, and other agencies

Environmental Safety & Maintenance

Conduct daily safety scans of indoor and outdoor spaces before and after programming

Ensure all areas are clean, organized, and safe for children and staff

Sanitize toys, equipment, and furnishings according to YMCA and Public Health standards

Adapt the physical environment to meet the needs of all children, prioritizing safety and inclusion

Uphold legal responsibilities under the Child & Family Services Act, including the Duty to Report

Administrative Duties & Professional Development

Record live attendance and ensure it matches the number of children in your care

Attend monthly team meetings and participate in ongoing career development

Collaborate with your supervisor on goal setting and performance reviews

Complete required documentation for incidents, health and safety, and child development

Use Weemarkable to share daily updates with families

Safely store confidential records and data

Support the team with other duties as assigned

What We Offer
As a charity and community-based organization, we know how important connection and wellness is, and we offer a workplace that invests in people. We provide:

Free YMCA membership + 10% off family membership

Paid personal/sick days

Employee & Family Assistance Program with counselling, coaching, legal + financial supports

Mileage reimbursement

Team events + staff recognition

Learning & development opportunities

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📌 CWELCC - Early Learning Assistant (Ontario)
🏢 YMCA of Northeastern Ontario
📍 Ontario